and found that my back ached...and that when I walked to the bathroom, my left ankle was sore. And, there was no ready reason in my head for either area to be an issue. Yesterday was not physically hard. I was working as a poll worker for a primary run-off election. I had served in … Continue reading I woke up this morning…
Tag: health
Observations: body changes
In May of 2025, I signed up for a gym. I had discovered that my new managed care health plan would pay for the membership, so, since my goal was to get stronger, I thought that I would give it a try. At the same time, I paid for a year of training - small … Continue reading Observations: body changes
Finding Me, Part 2
In the past couple of weeks, I have found pieces of me popping up unexpectedly! For example, finding Irn Bru at the new Publix grocery store. It's a carbonated Scottish soft drink. I first discovered it when I was preparing for my trip to Scotland. And, I haven't tasted it since I got back two … Continue reading Finding Me, Part 2
Checking In
This is a follow-up to my prior post to share my accountability, since one of the weaknesses that I noted is failure to follow-through long-term on plans. I realize that it has only been about two months since that last post, so this report is not actually proof of long-term f/u, but it is encouraging … Continue reading Checking In
I’m Back!
For the past several months, I have taken a hiatus from writing...at least in putting out there into the big world my thoughts and feelings. I have missed sharing but was in a mental space that felt empty and without hope. And, it was a space without words to share. It may seem a bit … Continue reading I’m Back!
Reflections (Part 3)
OK. This is the last of the reflections. Thanks for bearing with me as I think through these topics. I have finished the list of interests that are current in my life, and I have discovered that some have become less important to me, star-gazing, bird-watching, shooting, and genealogy. I will still engage in them … Continue reading Reflections (Part 3)
Feathers of My Mind 